Help us to deliver cultural mentoring to First Nations students

Maximum 3 year fixed-term contract (subject to funding)

Part-time: 15 hours per week

Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours and occasional weekends (if required)

Social, Communities, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award - Social and Community Services Employee Level 4 (pay point negotiable depending on experience)

This is an identified role under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Only First Nations people can apply.

About us

Nairm Marr Djambana is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Gathering Place that provides culturally strengthening services to the First Nations community in the Frankston area. We are a dedicated and fun team that are committed to the health, wellbeing and happiness of our community.

Nairm Marr Djambana is a Child Safe Organisation.

About the role

The Education Liaison Officer, Mentoring and Engagement will provide a vital role in strengthening learning and wellbeing outcomes for First Nations students in government schools, including delivering cultural mentoring to First Nations students.

This includes delivering activities aimed at:

Improving school attendance and engagement

Strengthening family engagement in education

Increasing cultural connectedness and identity

Providing transition support for students moving into primary or secondary school.

We are also seeking an Education Liaison Officer, Culture and Connection, that will work alongside this role (see separate ad).

Key responsibilities

Mentoring

Deliver one-on-one mentoring sessions to First Nations learners in government schools

Maintain a strong cultural focus that extends to advice and action on broad issues, including cultural awareness

Increase cultural connectedness and identity through mentoring and engagement with First Nations learners

Engagement

Work with families, school staff, students to facilitate the best outcomes for First Nations learners in government schools

Strengthen family engagement in education, such as participation in open days and parent-teacher interviews

Improve school attendance and engagement

Engage with Koorie Education Support Officers (KESOs) and school Health and Wellbeing Officers as required

Compliance

Comply with organisational policies and procedures, including but not limited to our child safe policies and procedures

Comply with organisational values and Code of Conduct

Comply with any other relevant policies related to the role

Other duties

May be occasionally required to supervise staff or a team

Record keeping and progress reports

Project planning and implementation

Attending all meetings with the Koorie Outcomes Division, Department of Education

Any other duties reasonably required by Nairm Marr Djambana

Key selection criteria

Relevant qualifications and/or work experience in mentoring or counselling (preferably with young First Nations people)

Passionate about culture and improving outcomes for young people

Knowledge and understanding of First Nations culture, history and communities, including established relationships with local First Nations communities in Frankston and surrounding areas

Strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children

Strong commitment to empowering and supporting young First Nations people and voices

Ability to build and maintain strong networks and relationships with First Nations organisations, communities and people

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to effectively communicate and engage with relevant stakeholders, including students, parents, and school staff

Willingness to participate in and lead professional development activities

Well developed organisational and communication (interpersonal, written and verbal) skills

Cultural awareness and respect for cultural safety

Current Victorian Driver’s licence

The successful candidate will also be required to have a valid Working with Children Check and National Police Record Check before commencing the role.

How to apply

Please submit your application by Friday 22 August 2025.

Your application should include:

your resume

details for 3 referees (2 employment and 1 personal)

a short 1-page cover letter telling us why you are interested in the role and what you will bring to the role (including relevant skills and experience).

This is an identified role under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic). Only First Nations people can apply.

Please contact Deb at [email protected] if you have any questions.